2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Caterham | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 7 | 166 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |